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3Q Digital was acquired by Dept— see Dept for current status.

3Q Digital

Performance MarketingAgency

3Q Digital delivers measurable, scalable customer acquisition through rigorous data analysis and expert management of paid search, social, and programmatic channels. Its test-and-learn methodology and platform depth help brands maximize ROI across complex, multi-channel media investments.

Last updated Aug 22, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment · Connections updated Aug 24, 2026

Founded
2008
HQ
San Francisco, California, United States
Connections
13

At a glance

Employees
201-500
Revenue
$50M-$100M
12integrations1acquisitions

About

A leading performance marketing agency known for data-driven paid media management, particularly for high-growth technology and e-commerce brands, now operating under Harte-Hanks ownership.

3Q Digital, now part of Harte-Hanks following its acquisition in 2021, is a full-service performance marketing agency that has built its reputation on driving measurable growth for ambitious brands through data-driven digital advertising. Founded in 2008 by David Rodnitzky, the agency grew rapidly by focusing on paid search, paid social, programmatic display, and conversion rate optimization, serving a client roster that spans venture-backed startups to Fortune 500 enterprises. Its analytical, test-and-learn methodology and deep platform expertise across Google, Meta, and programmatic ecosystems distinguished it as a go-to partner for high-growth companies seeking scalable customer acquisition. Prior to its acquisition, 3Q Digital had established itself as one of the leading independent performance marketing agencies in the United States, known for its transparent, performance-first culture and its ability to manage large, complex media budgets across multiple channels simultaneously. The agency attracted clients in sectors including technology, e-commerce, financial services, and healthcare, and was recognized consistently in industry rankings for agency excellence. Following the acquisition by Harte-Hanks — a legacy direct marketing and customer experience company seeking to modernize its digital capabilities — 3Q Digital has continued to operate as a distinct brand and service offering within the broader Harte-Hanks portfolio. The combination aimed to blend 3Q's digital performance expertise with Harte-Hanks' data, analytics, and multichannel marketing infrastructure, positioning the combined entity to serve enterprise clients seeking integrated marketing solutions.

Business model

Agency

Target market

Enterprise

What they offer

  • Paid Search Management

    Full-service management of Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising campaigns, including strategy, execution, and optimization.

  • Paid Social Advertising

    Campaign management across Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest, and other social platforms focused on performance outcomes.

  • Programmatic Display & Video

    Managed programmatic buying across DSPs for display, video, and connected TV advertising.

  • Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)

    Landing page testing and optimization services designed to improve conversion rates and lower cost per acquisition.

  • Analytics & Attribution

    Data analysis, reporting, and multi-touch attribution modeling to measure and improve campaign performance.

  • Amazon Advertising

    Managed advertising services on Amazon including Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and DSP.

Key features

Data-driven, test-and-learn campaign methodologyCross-channel paid media managementDeep platform expertise across Google, Meta, and programmatic DSPsTransparent performance reporting and attributionDedicated account teams with vertical specializationConversion rate optimization integrated with media buying

Use cases

Scaling customer acquisition for venture-backed SaaS and tech startupsManaging large enterprise paid search budgets across competitive verticalsLaunching and optimizing paid social campaigns for e-commerce brandsProgrammatic brand awareness and retargeting for mid-market and enterprise advertisersAmazon advertising strategy and execution for consumer brandsFull-funnel performance marketing for financial services and fintech companies

Customer segments

High-growth venture-backed technology companiesE-commerce and direct-to-consumer brandsEnterprise B2B software and SaaS companiesFinancial services and fintech firmsHealthcare and health tech companiesRetail and consumer goods brands

Tech & specs

Technology stack

Google AdsMicrosoft AdvertisingMeta Ads ManagerGoogle Analytics / GA4The Trade DeskDV360Amazon DSPSalesforce Marketing CloudTableauLooker

Security & compliance

GDPRCCPA

Deployment

Managed Service

API

No

Corporate history
  1. 2008 · Founded
  2. Year unknown
    • Acquired by Dept
      Still operating as part of Dept
Connection details
See integrations with 3Q Digital (12)

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